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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 4932 reviews

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Customers appreciate the fun, multiplayer, and portable aspects of Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition. They enjoy building things, exploring the detailed world, and playing with friends and family. While some find the controls a bit different and the game a bit confusing on the Switch, overall, customers are pleased with the graphics, price, and overall value of the game.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Christmas Gift!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    For Christmas, I bought my son Minecraft for the Nintendo Switch, and it has been a huge hit! Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the game, Minecraft delivers endless creativity, adventure, and fun. As a parent, I love that Minecraft fosters creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. It’s a game that grows with your child, offering both casual and challenging gameplay experiences. If you're looking for a game that is both entertaining and educational, Minecraft on the Switch is an excellent choice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Multiplayer, Portable

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    One of the best games of all time

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Minecraft has survived since the first tech test in 2009, dubbed "Cave Game" Not only is it still getting updates, but the community is excited for them, this game has stood the test of time and is one that I can always trust will give me some form of relaxed entertainment. I recommend anyone at least give this game a solid try if you havent already, and the switch version I would say is the best, since it can be brought everywhere and has easy console controls. Play with friends as well, the games creativity and exploration opens up a lot more with some buds

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Game

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loves Minecraft. He loves playing the creative mode & defeating the Enderdragon & Wardens. I love just building my house. My husband enjoys endless mining. The Mario skins are so much fun!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Service of best buy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best Buy has the best selection and customer service. Whenever I order something from there it is there instantly hardly any wait. I am always satisfied with everything about Best Buy!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fun, Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My daughter approved

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My daughter really like this game. It is fun and the graphics are very vivid.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Christmas video game gift

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased for my daughter for christmas do not know is she like it yet but she requested the gane so must be good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Surprisingly enough, it's good and chill

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First of all, I want to admit that I am not a Minecraft enthusiast; I am... WAS all the contrary. I still am not much of a fan of this series, but I am now quite impressed about how entertaining this game can truly be. First of all, as you may all know by now, Minecraft's graphics are very, very simple; you are a blocky man in a blocky world, where textures are simple and cartoony. Playing this game for the first time can be extremely confusing, and even more so boring, but if you are lucky enough to have a nephew, like me, who knows the game, you could ask them to teach you how to play, and once you get the gist of what you must do to enjoy the game, then you begin to see certain complexities that add fun and excitement to this game. Music is... well, there's little music here, and it's so relaxing that one could fall asleep, unless you are deep in a mine, finding diamonds and resources to build houses, construct weapons, armor, and food to eat (don't let your character get hungry.). The sound effects are pretty simple too, yet they work. It's a shame they aren't more details, since one constantly gets attacked on the back and it's hard to tell where to turn to defend yourself. Lastly, for a platform, adventure, FPS, RPG, Action RPG, and FPSRPG, etc. gamer like myself, Minecraft is a pretty chill game worth exploring, and enjoying; and if you happen to want more excitement out of the game, then you're in luck. There are many ways in which you can go further into the game to fight powerful bosses, and/or explore dangerous places. Word to the wise, when in fire, bring snow.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Minecraft Easter gift

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Kids love it. Quickest purchase I’ve ever made. 5 minutes, in and out at the Harrisburg, Pa store. Highly recommend this store.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Multiplayer

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Grandson loves the game.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great game for kids - Enjoy playing for hours with his friends

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My All Time Favorite

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Simply the best sandbox game. Loving the new updates.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Time consuming

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    For everyone

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall good game, but it loads longer when you're in Creative mode. Its fun for all ages.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Minecraft

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My kid loves it. Promotes strategic thinking and creativity.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Loving it!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The game system itself has been great and we haven’t had any issues with it. The joucons are a bit finicky but I’ve heard that’s common so we may just buy better ones. Other than that we’ve been happy with it overall!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cool

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It works well, I’ve been playing Minecraft for a while but it was an IPad version, finally I was able to buy a console one

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Minecraft

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My daughter loves the game …she plays with her brothers

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Minecraft

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its one of the best game i ever played. It gets me hooked.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Minecraft

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Game works as it should if you like Minecraft great

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kids Game

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My kids play this game. They seem to like it. Minecraft.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Game

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    love the game! open world creativity and imagination.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    MineCraft - would nice if I could play it

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this game at a price match. It came in two days. Can’t play it. Corrupted Data was found. So I delete most things off my card to make room. Still found corrupted data. I got like 16.7 to 18.3 Gigs free now. How big is this game ? Why is it that Nintendo can’t play the game from the cart ? I have to go spend more on a larger card now just to play Minecraft. Or return it at bestbuy if the game is faulty. 3 stars because I played this game on the computer before. Would liked to play this on the switch though. I even deleted stardew valley a paid download. Still won’t play. And my system is up to date. So it’s gotta be the game. Just be advised that you’ll need to delete everything off your card to play this. Or Nintendo has some bad carts out there scattered around the world hit or miss to get a good one.

    I would recommend this to a friend